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Resources

Research
Development is CHILD’S PLAY! is interested in providing evidence-based, results oriented practice. We are interested in participating in research to demonstrate the efficacy of our treatment approach, but are not currently conducting research. Please visit the following sites for information on current research.

Sensory Integration Global Network

The KID Foundation’s Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation

Spiral Foundation

Temple University

Thomas Jefferson University

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Grace Baranek, PhD, OTR.

Vital Links-Therapeutic Listening

Annual Research Symposium organized by Pediatric Therapy Network

American Journal of Occupational Therapy 2007: March-April, July-August, September-October and search American Journal of Occupational Therapy, sensory

Responses to Criticisms of our Work
Miller, Lucy J. (February 2003). Empirical Evidence Related to Therapies for Sensory Processing Impairments. National Association of School Psychologists, Communiqué, Vol. 31, #5.

Wiss, T. (1989). Vestibular dysfunction in Learning Disabilities: Differences in definitions Lead to different conclusions. Journal of Learning Disabilities, 22:100 – 101.

Wiss, T. & Clark, F. (1990). Validity of the Southern California Postrotary Nystagums Test: Misconceptions lead to incorrect conclusions. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 44, 658-660.

Wiss, T. & Murphree, M. (September 2003). Letter to the Editor: Response to “Pencil grips, legibility and speed of fourth-graders' writing in cursive". Online American Journal of Occupational Therapy.

Recommended Reading
To learn more about occupational therapy, sensory integration and related issues, take a look at one of our favorite books.

Equipment and Supplies
Families frequently ask where to obtain some of the following supplies, equipment, and toys. This list is not exhaustive, does not assume current availability of the products, or recommendation of a particular item for any individual child. Consult with your occupational therapist.

Professional Resources
American Occupational Therapy Association

Occupational Therapy Association of California-state organization for OTs

Bay Area Association of Pediatric Therapists-local professional organization for pediatric OTs, PTs, and Speech Therapists

California Board of Occupational Therapy-issues related to licensing or practice of OTs in CA




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Information on this website should not be construed as medical or therapy advice and is provided only as general information. Please consult your physician or an occupational therapist for specific advice for you or your child.